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Kevin Laird

Kevin Laird

I have been a journalist for more than 40 years, covering a range of roles from reporter to editor and editorial manager. My experiences have taken me through various publications, including the Calgary Sun and Lethbridge Herald, where I've dedicated myself to delivering meaningful stories to the public.

Currently, I hold the position of editor at the Sooke News Mirror. My goal in this role is to fortify our community by providing readers with dependable, timely and accurate information about the matters, individuals and businesses that hold significance in Sooke. It's my passion to contribute to the well-being of the community by connecting people through the power of reliable news and storytelling.

Phone
250-642-5752
Email
kevin.laird@sookenewsmirror.com

Recent Work by Kevin

Sooke forced to act on housing law despite pushback from council

Sooke forced to act on housing law despite pushback from council

Mayor calls provincial directive a "jagged pill to swallow" as infrastructure concerns mount
Historic Colwood castle sets stage for iconic Hatley 8K

Historic Colwood castle sets stage for iconic Hatley 8K

The event draws runners to a course that highlights both athletic challenge and the region’s heritage
Sooke given 30 days to fix zoning rules before province steps in

Sooke given 30 days to fix zoning rules before province steps in

Province threatens to override local authority on housing density
Sooke council pushes to reduce proposed 16% tax hike

Sooke council pushes to reduce proposed 16% tax hike

Concerns over inflation, policing costs, and asset management prompt officials to consider alternatives to a record rate hike
Cobble Hill 10K draws B.C.’s elite runners for provincial title

Cobble Hill 10K draws B.C.’s elite runners for provincial title

Expect record-breaking times and high-calibre competition at the Vancouver Island Race Series’ second event
Sooke CAO highlights growth, resilience in year-end report

Sooke CAO highlights growth, resilience in year-end report

Roundabout completion, environmental upgrades, and emergency responses cap a year of progress, CAO Raechel Gray tells council
Pioneer 8K set to kick off Vancouver Island Race Series

Pioneer 8K set to kick off Vancouver Island Race Series

Record-holders, local clubs and first-timers share the course Sunday, Jan. 12
Vancouver Island Race Series partners with KidSport BC

Vancouver Island Race Series partners with KidSport BC

New charitable focus shifts to supporting children with financial barriers to organized sports participation
Sooke MLA pledges to mediate Bill 44 impasse

Sooke MLA pledges to mediate Bill 44 impasse

Dana Lajeunesse calls for collaboration between municipality and province to address housing legislation challenges
Sooke council rejects provincial housing mandate

Sooke council rejects provincial housing mandate

Missed deadline may trigger enforcement, override bylaws
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